Well-being Material Library
As RISC researchers, we focus on the search for the best materials to implement in construction projects as well as for a better quality of life according to our concept of "for all well-being".
Expanding our Integrated Research Network and building partnerships with public sector eco-designers and manufacturers, the library will exponentially grow and become one of the most extensive eco-material collections available.
Materials Display
This is the first library to collect and display eco-materials for design and architectural applications to support designers. The library also showcases the most updated material trends.
Materials Studio
Material Studio Workshop is a space for preparing new materials for the RISC library. The studio includes a photo studio and material storage space. It is also a space for collaborative workshop activities to exchange ideas and information.
Materials Online
The information on all materials will be collected and digitized for our online database which you can conveniently search for information. In the future, this database will be the most comprehensive material database available.
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Why Trees Need the Right Soil pH
Soil isn’t just a solid foundation for trees but a source of essential nutrients that can help them thrive.Trees need 14 types of nutrients for growth:6 macronutrients: nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), and sulfur (S). These are essential for growth and are required in large amounts. A deficiency can stunt growth and cause the plant to wilt or even die.8 micronutrients: iron (Fe), manganese (Mn), zinc (Zn), copper (Cu), boron (B), molybdenum (Mo), nickel (Ni), and chlorine (Cl). Although required in smaller quantities, these nutrients are just as vital for plant health.Soil typically has these nutrients but how well plants can absorb them depends on the soil’s pH level, which affects their solubility in a form that plants can absorb.The optimal pH for soil is about 6.0 to 6.5. If the pH is too high or too low, some nutrients become less soluble and unavailable for plants. With a pH below 6, phosphorus becomes less soluble. Highly acidic soil can reduce yields and cause short and swollen roots with damaged tips.We can fix these problems. With acidic soils, use lime-containing materials such as wood ash, crushed limestone, quicklime, or dolomite. With alkaline soils, apply aluminum sulfate or sulfur.Story by: Nakarin Phongphaew, Intern from Department of Botany, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University and Thanawat Jinjarak, senior researcher Environmental Department Urban Environmental & Biodiversity Engineer, RISC
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